$165.00
This clock has a great Midcentury look similar to some better known clocks of the period. The black plastic case reminds me of a steering wheel, with a circular rim on four spokes coming off a central hub. The hours are marked with simple gold tone dash markers and double-dash at the compass points. The central hub has concentric raised rings like a vinyl record. The emphasis is on the oversize stamped brass hands - a hollow arrow point for the hour, and a minute hand that is turned down where it extends over the hub. There is some wear to the gold tone dashes - I thought about regilding them but decided I liked the "antiqued" look. This clock is about 10-1/2" in diameter at the widest points and extends about 2" from the wall.
Spartus also made cameras and razors, but eventually focused on clocks. From about 1951 to 1960 the company name was changed to Herold Mfg. Co. This clock has the Herold imprint and mas made during that time.
This clock has an older type 58 movement. There were plastic gears on many of these which would fail over time. This one has been rebuilt with more durable gears. It is now keeping good time and runs quietly. The vintage cord is intact and fairly flexible.
Directions: The exposed minute hand is gently turned clockwise to set the time. Make sure the nut that holds the hands remains tight. Turning counterclockwise may loosen the nut and hands.
Maintenance: Electric clocks need periodic inspection i.e. condition of cord, new excessive noise, etc. There are also mechanical moving parts which may need service, i.e. inspection, cleaning, lubrication. The plastic case may be cleaned with a mild dish soap solution on a sponge or soft cloth, taking care not to wet the motor or remove the gilding. A Q-tip works in crevices. I personally use Novus #1 polish for gentle cleaning.